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Write the expression using Greatest Common Factor (GCF) – 6x.
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Apply to Distributive property: ![\"\"](\"http://www.mathskey.com/test/fckeditor/editor/plugins/fckeditor_wiris/integration/showimage.php?formula=289f89014b5a4288b96b1505240a0464.png\")
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